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Economic Outlook: Archive
Economic Outlook for 2018: Will the Goldilocks Scenario Persist?
by John Blank
2017 was characterized by a rare occurrence of solid economic growth with a tightening labor market below the level of natural employment.
Is a Recession Imminent?
by John Blank
Spreads this low are concerning. Investors should closely observe developments in upcoming months.
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What Will Be the Effect of Fed Policies?
by John Blank
The Fed has laid the groundwork for a third rate rise in December, and more rate hikes will follow in 2018. So, investors wonder, "How will a chain of policy rate increases affect the key financial markets?"
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GOP Tax Cuts and Economic Growth. Is There a Link?
by John Blank
a permanent increase in the growth rate will be very difficult, but a temporary increase might be enough to raise the standards of living.A
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The Wage Growth Puzzle
by John Blank
Why we are not observing stronger increases in consumer price levels?
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The Inflation Conundrum
by John Blank
As the Federal Reserve lays the groundwork for a further normalization of its policy instruments, it is finding it difficult to explain the sticky low inflation tied to the strong US economy.
The Inflation Conundrum
by John Blank
As the Federal Reserve lays the groundwork for a further normalization of its policy instruments, it is finding it difficult to explain the sticky low inflation tied to the strong US economy.
Don't Worry About Q1 GDP Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
While estimates for Q1 GDP growth have come down, overall growth for the year is expected to improve from last year's pace.
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Q1 GDP Growth Likely on the Weak Side
by Zacks Equity Research
Residual seasonality is likely causing first quarter growth to be weaker than its true pace.
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